Paris<\/a> is the city of lights and love. Bordeaux<\/a> is renowned for its wine. Lavender blooms in Provence<\/a>, and the rich and famous flock to the C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur. So why on earth did I make my way to Boulogne-sur-Mer? To a city many haven\u2019t even heard of, and which, at first glance, isn\u2019t even very alluring. And while the murals there are truly stunning, the rest of the city gradually won me over as well. With its relaxed, unpretentious vibe, its almost Nordic, understated ambience, its maritime aura, and its noticeable British flair. <\/p>\n I had no idea what to expect in Boulogne-sur-Mer. I only knew that the city boasted an incredible amount of outstanding street art. Therefore, there had to be buildings. Or at least walls. And it was unlikely that these buildings were of historical value, otherwise, even the most talented artists would not be allowed to leave their mark on them.<\/p>\n Like every visitor to Boulogne-sur-Mer, I arrived in the so-called lower town. And indeed \u2013 right across from the main train station was a rather unappealing high-rise complex. But that didn\u2019t matter, because each of these not-so-attractive apartment towers was decorated with an oversized mural.<\/p>\n Directly opposite the station was the work of Studio Giftig, which I already knew from photographs. This very work was named the world\u2019s second-best mural by the renowned Street Art Cities platform and the third-best fresco in all of France at the national Golden Street Art competition. My heart almost stopped. I could hardly contain myself from immediately digging out my camera. My bus would arrive in two minutes, and buses don\u2019t run very often in Boulogne. I was here for three days and would still have plenty of time to capture all this splendor on ugly facades. Hence, I was reasonable, and the camera stayed where it was. But it wasn\u2019t easy to control myself.<\/p>\n Boulogne-sur-Mer, on the so-called Opal Coast of northern France, has been one of the most important ports on the English Channel for centuries. Even in antiquity, it was a significant Roman port, serving as a starting point for voyages to Britain. In 43 AD, Emperor Claudius used this base as the starting point for the historic invasion of Britain. Throughout the Middle Ages, the city remained an important trading and defensive center due to its strategic location.<\/p>\n During the Middle Ages, Boulogne-sur-Mer developed into a heavily fortified city center, whose topographical division into two parts significantly shapes the cityscape to this day. The upper town, completely enclosed by a massive 13th-century ring wall, forms the historical center. Here you will find striking architectural monuments such as the medieval castle museum, a UNESCO-protected belfry, and the imposing Notre-Dame Basilica. A Marian legend in the 7th century also elevated the upper town to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Europe.<\/p>\n The most devastating turning point in the city\u2019s history occurred during the Second World War. After the occupation by the German Wehrmacht, the city, due to its strategic location on the English Channel, became a target of relentless Allied air raids. By the time of its liberation in the autumn of 1944, over 80% of the lower town had been completely destroyed.<\/p>\n The fact that everyone arrives in the lower town first makes it difficult for Boulogne-sur-Mer to win the traveler\u2019s heart. While the upper town was spared from Allied attacks, the lower town was gradually reduced to rubble by air raids. Although the city was rebuilt, little emphasis was placed on beauty or originality. A large part of Boulogne today consists of soulless apartment blocks.<\/p>\n But it can be different. As I climbed the sometimes steep streets in search of murals and looked towards the center, the view seemed somehow familiar. Those terraced houses, those chimneys. This wasn\u2019t French. This was British! Through my camera lens, entire streets looked like Bristol<\/a> or Bath<\/a>. How could that be?<\/p>\n Well, the geographical proximity to Great Britain, as well as economic connections, impacted Boulogne-sur-Mer for centuries. The intensive trade and regular ferry service led to a strong British influence. Furthermore, with the rise of seaside tourism, the city became a popular destination for wealthy British visitors, which spurred the development of hotels, promenades, and prestigious British-style residences.<\/p>\n The Victorian and Georgian influence is particularly evident in the bourgeois residential areas outside the old upper town. In the 19th century, relatively narrow streets were closely lined with row houses. These terraced homes are often two or three stories high, with regular facades, narrow plots, and sometimes small front gardens, strongly reminiscent of English terraced houses.<\/p>\n And this also explains why Boulogne seems so un-French: In the 19th century, the city was indeed much more oriented towards England than one might expect.<\/p>\n While I encountered hardly any tourists during my mural search in the lower town, several noisy groups of schoolchildren crossed my path in the upper town. Interestingly, they were all from England. So the old connections still exist somehow. I wasn\u2019t the only foreigner in the caf\u00e9s and landmarks either.<\/p>\n The historic upper town, the so-called Haute Ville<\/em>, is undoubtedly the jewel of Boulogne-sur-Mer. It is the oldest part and sits on a hill above the harbor. It is surrounded by a roughly 1,500-meter-long city wall dating from the 13th century, which is among the best-preserved medieval fortifications in northern France. From the accessible ramparts and bastions, there are views of the harbor, the lower town, and, on a clear day, even as far as the English coast.<\/p>\n The street layout of this medieval fortified county town has been largely preserved to this day. Narrow streets, small squares, and buildings constructed primarily of natural stone give the impression that time has stood still here. Many of the historic houses date from the 17th and 18th centuries and lend the upper town its cohesive appearance.<\/p>\n At the heart of the upper city stands the Basilica of Notre-Dame de l\u2019Immacul\u00e9e Conception, whose current structure was completed in 1875 according to plans by the priest and architect Abb\u00e9 Beno\u00eet-Agathon Haffreingue. It replaced the medieval cathedral destroyed during the French Revolution. Its imposing 101-meter-high dome dominates the cityscape and is among the tallest church domes in France.<\/p>\n A visit to the crypt is highly recommended. And I don\u2019t just say that because it offered a welcome respite from the heat during my visit on the hottest summer day in ages. Although that was one of the glories, I won\u2019t lie.<\/p>\n Nevertheless, the remains of the Roman and medieval predecessor buildings, including foundations, wall paintings, and archaeological finds from various periods, are truly fascinating.<\/p>\n Not far from the basilica lies the Ch\u00e2teau Comtal, a castle built in the 13th century by Count Philipp Hurepel. It was partially built on the foundations of a Roman fort and served both as a residence and for the city\u2019s defense. Today, the castle houses the Mus\u00e9e de Boulogne-sur-Mer, with collections on regional history, archaeology, and art and ethnography. The Egyptian collection is particularly noteworthy. I\u2019ll reveal who\u2019s responsible for it in the next chapter, so bear with me.<\/p>\n Another of the most important historical structures is the Beffroi<\/em>, the belfry. Originally the bell tower of a 12th-century medieval castle, it was later converted into the city\u2019s bell tower. As part of the Belfries of Belgium and France<\/em>, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.<\/p>\n Yeah, okay, a few streets strongly reminiscent of English high streets, a port on the Atlantic, apartment blocks decorated with murals. What\u2019s the big deal? Well, Boulogne might not have one big deal, but it has many small ones. The city is more of a place you discover with a sense for its own unique character. As I said, I was by no means captivated from the first minute, but quickly immersed in its very own vibe.<\/p>\n And I\u2019m not the only one who\u2019s been inspired by the city. I promised you an explanation of the Egyptian collection in Boulogne\u2019s city museum.<\/p>\n When the Boulogne-sur-Mer Museum was founded in 1825, Egyptian artifacts were among its holdings. The museum grew out of the collection of the naturalist painter Isidore Leroy de Barde. Egypt was particularly interesting at the time. Napoleon\u2019s Egyptian expedition and Champollion\u2019s deciphering of hieroglyphs had sparked a veritable craze for all things Egyptian in France.<\/p>\n In 1834, Rear Admiral Claude du Campe de Rosamel presented the museum with an Egyptian stele of Ptolemy IX. As an influential figure, Rosamel also ensured that the collection was further enriched by other sailors and travellers. In 1837, the city acquired a set of coffins and a mummy.<\/p>\n These pieces, and the mummy in particular, awakened a deep fascination for the realm of the pharaohs in Auguste Mariette, who was born in Boulogne in 1821. So much so that it led Mariette to self-teach hieroglyphs and the Coptic language.<\/p>\n In 1850, Mariette finally received his first official commission from the Louvre to travel to Egypt. Instead of blindly plundering treasures for European museums, Mariette dedicated himself to the preservation of the local monuments. He founded the Egyptian Antiquities Service and established the world-famous Egyptian Museum in Cairo. In this way, he wanted to combat the smuggling of ancient artifacts. His achievements were so great that the Viceroy bestowed upon him the honorary title of Pasha. After his death, he was buried in a sarcophagus in the garden of the Cairo Museum.<\/p>\n Mariette also left his mark beyond archaeology: he was responsible for the historical research and costume designs for Giuseppe Verdi\u2019s world-famous opera Aida!<\/p>\n And so the circle closes back to Boulogne: Mariette never forgot his hometown. Over the course of his life, he donated around 150 Egyptian objects to the Boulogne Museum. The collection, which thus existed long before his career and which had inspired him to study Egyptology, was later significantly enriched by his own donations.<\/p>\n Anyone strolling through Boulogne-sur-Mer today encounters Mariette\u2019s legacy at every turn, especially around the historic upper town. Directly below the old city walls lies the Square Mariette Pacha. This is an artfully landscaped park with palm trees, a replica of a sun barge, and a miniature pyramid, topped by a bronze statue of the master. The magnificent Ch\u00e2teau-Mus\u00e9e du Boulogne-sur-Mer also still houses one of the most important Egyptian collections in northern France. Many of the exhibits on display there are thanks to the finds and donations of the city\u2019s famous son, thus wonderfully closing the circle between the waters of the Opal Coast and the sands of Egypt.<\/p>\n Since Mariette was born in Boulogne, it\u2019s not surprising that he\u2019s now a prominent poster boy for the city. What is more surprising, however, is the connection between one of South America\u2019s most important national heroes, Jos\u00e9 de San Mart\u00edn, and the city.<\/p>\n As a military leader and strategist, Jos\u00e9 de San Mart\u00edn was the central figure in the liberation of Argentina<\/a>, Chile, and Peru<\/a> from Spanish colonial rule. To escape the subsequent internal political turmoil of the young South American nations, he chose voluntary exile in Europe starting in 1824. In the revolutionary year of 1848, he wanted to escape the unrest in Paris<\/a> and intended to move to England. However, illness forced him to stop in Boulogne-sur-Mer.<\/p>\n He fell in love with its charm and the sea air and took up residence at 113 Grand-Rue. And now let no one say again that Boulogne has nothing appealing!<\/p>\n Jos\u00e9 de San Mart\u00edn, known today in Argentina<\/a> as the Father of the Fatherland, died in this house in 1850. Although his remains were transferred to the Cathedral of Buenos Aires<\/a> in 1880, Boulogne-sur-Mer remained a central memorial site for his legacy.<\/p>\n The former house of his death is now maintained by the Argentine government as the Casa San Mart\u00edn Museum. Visitors can view historical military uniforms, contemporary weapons, paintings, and personal documents and items from San Mart\u00edn\u2019s estate, while the rear courtyard is adorned with numerous plaques from South American institutions. The museum is regularly open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n And that brings us to Boulogne\u2019s waterfront. The part of the city that gives Boulogne its suffix sur Mer<\/em>, which translates to by the sea, and is its vibrant heart. The port is far more than just a backdrop for romantic strolls. It impresses above all with its raw, unvarnished authenticity. As France\u2019s most important fishing port, you won\u2019t find an artificially staged tourist attraction here, but rather genuine, everyday maritime life. The lively activity of the incoming fishing boats, the cries of the seagulls, and the scent of salt and fresh catch define the atmosphere along the quays.<\/p>\n An absolute highlight for gourmets and amateur ethnographers is the daily fish market right on the quays. At the traditional stalls, the fishermen\u2019s families sell the previous night\u2019s catch directly from their boats. This lively spectacle can be perfectly combined with culinary discoveries. The area around the port is famous for its excellent seafood restaurants and quaint sailors\u2019 pubs.<\/p>\n The Maison de la Beuri\u00e8re Museum documents the historical everyday life of local fishing families in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Built in 1870 on Rue du M\u00e2chicoulis, the building is one of the few remaining fishermen\u2019s houses in the former historic port district of La Beuri\u00e8re, which was almost completely destroyed in WWII.<\/p>\n To reach the museum, visitors must climb the approximately 80 steps of the staircase street. Within a living space of only about 30 square meters, the small museum conveys an impression of the cramped and simple living conditions of the seafaring communities, where up to 15 or 20 people often lived together in close quarters!<\/p>\n The interior of the house is divided into two themed levels, which can be visited as part of a guided tour lasting approximately 45 minutes. The ground floor reconstructs the original living and working areas of a fishing family around 1900, furnished with Flemish furniture, a historic kitchen stove, period linens, religious objects, and authentic fishing gear. The upper floor houses a complementary exhibition on the social history of the neighborhood, featuring historical documents, engravings, photographs, old magazines, and traditional Boulogne costumes and headwear.<\/p>\n During the high season from June to September, the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Except on Sundays, they are then open again from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The regular admission is 4 \u20acuro.<\/p>\n Located practically at the foot of the La Beuri\u00e8re district, the Nausica\u00e1 National Centre de la Mer is the largest aquarium in Europe and serves as France\u2019s national marine center. The sprawling complex houses approximately 58,000 marine creatures from around 1,600 different species in its various tanks. In addition to being a major tourist attraction, the center is deeply committed to conservation, research into marine ecosystems, and raising public awareness of the ecological fragility of the world\u2019s oceans.<\/p>\n The museum is essentially divided into two large, interactive exhibits. The About Coasts and People<\/em> section focuses on nearby coastal areas, the Wadden Sea, tropical lagoons, and the interaction between human use and marine habitats. An architectural milestone was reached in 2018 with the opening of the Journey to the High Seas <\/em>extension, whose striking building is designed to resemble a ray. The centerpiece of this expansion is a huge main tank, modeled after the ecosystem surrounding the Colombian island of Malpelo. Visitors can view the large fish living there, such as hammerhead sharks and giant manta rays, either through an 18-meter-long glass underwater tunnel or in front of a monumental panoramic glass panel.<\/p>\n Nausica\u00e1 is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost 30 \u20acuro for those 12 years and older. Children from 3 to 12 years old pay 23 \u20acuro, and those under 3 years old visit for free.<\/p>\n Right next to Nausica\u00e1, you can indulge in lazy idleness on the beach. The beach on the so-called Opal Coast is characterized by its fine sand, its expansive area, and its direct connection to the city\u2019s infrastructure.<\/p>\n The changing tides are both interesting and annoying. Twice, I arrived at the beach drenched in sweat, eagerly anticipating a refreshing swim after my street art hunt. And what happened? Nothing. At least, no water. As wild and picturesque as the Wadden Sea is, when all you want is to dive headfirst into the cool water, I can do without it. So, on the third day, I actually checked the tide tables online and just barely managed to get to the beach in time to plunge into the waves.<\/p>\n By the way, weather permitting, I would always recommend reserving a few hours for the beach. You should definitely take advantage of Boulogne-sur-Mer\u2019s location.<\/p>\n You\u2019ve probably noticed that I had a mural to illustrate almost every topic in this post. Honestly, it wasn\u2019t particularly difficult to find the right images. Boulogne-sur-Mer is brimming with wonderful murals. The best street artists from all over the world have graced its walls and left their mark here. They very often chose motifs related to the city\u2019s history and its status as a maritime hub in France. Whether sailors, fishermen, or the historically significant residents mentioned above \u2013 they\u2019ve all been immortalized on the city\u2019s houses, walls, and electrical boxes.<\/p>\n Although I\u2019ve used quite a few of these works to illustrate this post, it would be far too much to present them all here. In fact, I haven\u2019t even managed to fit them all into a single post! Therefore, you\u2019ll find all these magnificent works geographically divided in my posts Best Street Art in BOULOGNE sur MER \u2013 Part 1: North of Rue Faidherbe<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and Best Street Art in BOULOGNE sur MER \u2013 Part 2: South of Rue Faidherbe<\/a>.<\/strong> Boulogne-sur-Mer does not have its own airport. The nearest major international air hub with scheduled flights is Lille Airport. The journey there takes approximately 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly via Paris<\/a>, but the onward journey then takes at least 3.5 hours.<\/p>\n Boulogne-Ville central train station is well connected to the French rail network. The main hub for travelers from the north and east is the city of Lille. From there, regional trains take about one to one and a half hours. Visitors arriving from the south via Paris<\/a> can take the direct connections from Paris\u2019s Gare du Nord station. The journey takes approximately two to two and a half hours. Travellers from Great Britain can also take the Eurostar to the nearby Calais-Fr\u00e9thun station and from there reach Boulogne-sur-Mer in just twenty minutes by regional train.<\/p>\n In contrast, traveling by long-distance bus is somewhat more complicated. Boulogne-sur-Mer is rarely a direct destination on international long-distance bus routes.<\/p>\n Large providers such as the German company FlixBus or the French BlaBlaCar Bus usually stop in the larger neighboring cities of Calais or Lille. From these cities, continuing the journey on the regional TER trains proves to be the fastest and most comfortable option for the final leg. Although there are some national long-distance bus lines that connect Boulogne-sur-Mer directly with other French cities such as Paris<\/a>, these involve a significantly longer journey time compared to the train.<\/p>\n Boulogne-sur-Mer has two train stations: Boulogne Ville and Boulogne-Tintelleries. The first is the main one, where all trains stop. However, some trains also halt at Tintelleries, which, for example, was much closer to my accommodation. So it might be worth checking if your train stops there as well. This being said, keep in mind that Tintelleries is an unmanned station. You have to find all the information online, and there are, of course, display boards. There is no regular ferry service from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Great Britain. The large car ferries depart from the neighboring town of Calais. However, SailLink operates a small, special sailing ferry for passengers going to Dover. Obviously, you cannot take your car, but bicycles are perfectly fine. Also, smaller cruise ships and expedition cruises occasionally call at the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer.<\/p>\n Especially the part of Boulogne-sur-Mer that\u2019s interesting for tourists isn\u2019t very large. If you\u2019re comfortable walking, you can easily visit the city center on foot.<\/p>\n However, Boulogne-sur-Mer also has a more or less comprehensive network of buses. They run at very different intervals, depending on the line and day of the week, obviously. The main lines serve the city center and key hubs from Monday to Saturday with service every 10 to 20 minutes. On Sundays and public holidays, service is significantly reduced to hourly or two-hourly. In any case, you should plan your journey using the Marin\u00e9o app or directly via Google Maps.<\/p>\n Various ticket options are available for visitors. A single ticket costs as little as 1 \u20acuro and is valid for one hour after the first validation, including transfers. You must board at the front and validate your ticket. Also, for 3 \u20acuro, a day ticket allows unlimited travel on the entire network. Both types can be purchased directly from the bus driver. However, they take only cash. If you travel frequently but don\u2019t need a day ticket, there\u2019s also the so-called\u00a0Pass\u2019 multi-voyages<\/em>\u00a0with 10 trips for 8 \u20acuro. You can also purchase tickets using the Marineo app or the tixiPASS system on your smartphone.<\/p>\n Although I\u2019m an avid solo-travelling woman, I sometimes like to join organized tours. This way, I get extended info about a place, and it\u2019s fun to visit landmarks in the company of like-minded fellow travellers. Here are some ideas for activities to choose from*:<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve been reading my blog for a while and know me a bit, you know I\u2019m always on the lookout for great yet affordable accommodations. I had a particularly lucky find in Boulogne-sur-Mer when I discovered the holiday apartment Appartement Comme a la Maison Refait a Neuf<\/a>*. Admittedly, the name is a bit clunky and could probably use some improvement. But there\u2019s really nothing to improve about the apartment itself. It\u2019s located right in the heart of Boulogne-sur-Mer, a stone\u2019s throw from the Boulogne-Tintelleries train station. All the places of interest introduced in this post are easily accessible on foot.<\/p>\n The apartment is very sleek and modern, and spotlessly clean. If you need anything, you can always contact the owner, who runs a pharmacy on the ground floor of the building. It simply couldn\u2019t be better, especially since you get it all for a really fair price.<\/p>\n
Well, typically I go to a place for its attractions, and basically as a by-catch, I sometimes also discover its urban art. In Boulogne-sur-Mer, the street art was <\/em>the main attraction and actually the sole reason I even ventured to this city located way up in northwestern France.<\/p>\n![\"Grande](\"https:\/\/byemyself.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bye-myself_boulogne-sur-mer_france_2026_044.jpg\")
It can be exciting when a part of France is decidedly un-French.
It can be very inspiring when a place defies expectations.<\/p>\nBienvenue \u00e0 Boulogne-sur-Mer<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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History in a Nutshell<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Grand Tour of Boulogne-sur-Mer<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Very British<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The Upper Town<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Magnificent Structures<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Famous Men<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Auguste Mariette<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Walk Like an Egyptian<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Jos\u00e9 de San Mart\u00edn<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Father of the Fatherland<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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On the Waterfront<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Maison de la Beuri\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Nausica\u00e1<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Life is a Beach<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Street Art<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll be as thrilled by them as much as I was!<\/p>\nPractical Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How to Get There<\/strong><\/h3>\n
By Air<\/strong><\/h4>\n
By Land<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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My Tip<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
But if you have specific questions or need assistance, you\u2019ll have to go to Boulogne-Ville station.<\/em><\/p>\nBy Sea<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How to Get Around<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Visiting Organized<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Where to Stay<\/strong><\/h3>\n